Topic: Sexy Italian Sister..oh lordy.

[toytuff]

The Monster S2R needed a sister. Found one. 

I have been quite busy. Sold the Scooter yesterday (in 3 hours) and first of the month sold the CBX. Could not resist the price. 73 year old gentleman in Montana. Nice thing about it is his Winter home is in Tucson, AZ and he won't pick up until November. He told me to keep it fresh. You bet I will.

So with a boat load of cash there was no reason to keep some of it in the bank. Life is short. Real short.

So another Italian girl enters the Shop. Not until the end of October, maybe sooner. Let's just say a 2007 model with 252 original miles. Serviced twice.  Fuel tank coated when new so no expansion issues. Needs tires and maybe a few billet parts. I know, but I plan on keeping this as stock as possible. In my eyes it doesn't need a thing. I know, I know but Carbon Fiber wheels would make it pop since it's black and silver.

Inspection tomorrow and cash money for purchase.

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[toytuff]

Got a call from Seller last night. Inspection moved to mid week now. 

So, I'll use the pictures from the open house in June. Bike has since been detailed but tires still need replacing.







I don't have a right side picture so here are a few taken from the net. The one I'm buying, or hope to, already has the CAT delete pipe installed. 





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[toytuff]

Those are sweet! Actually I just posted the wheels in fun. Way expensive.

The bike looks good to me just the way it is. Some nice CNC Billet reservoir covers and ASV levers down the road. Tires first. I put Dunlop Q3's on the Ducati but feel I need a tire with a little more tread. Undecided. Maybe Michelin Pilots.

This bike is way above my riding skills and will never see it's full potential but I don't think I will ever find another this clean. MV just doesn't bring many bikes to the States and yearly production numbers are low compared to others.

I missed out on this gem by two days. Although it was the 2006 S model the price was very fair. Sold in one day, had new tires and 11K on the clock. Still shaking my head on hat one.

The one that got away.

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[toytuff]

Heck, I'm having a hard time justifying the purchase. Don't really need another motorcycle but lordy, lordy it's sweet.

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[jas67]

NICE!   

[toytuff]

Very good points. I sold two (2) bikes and some parts, well, lot's of parts actually. Put together some serious cash in the process for my "bike" fund if you will.

The first time I saw this bike it was "how much?" Ryan said I just bought it, not for sale. I just stared at the Italian craftsmanship. I am on Bellissi Moto's mailing list and one day bikes for sale came up. There it was but at a ridiculous price. Way above book but in this case "book value" is out the window. I have seen these all over the place.

With some wheeling and dealing I got the price down 2K. Still, it's over high book but I have to take things in consideration.

1) 252 miles, spotless but needs tires. Couldn't get that in the deal.

2) It's a private sale. No sales tax.

3) In the deal they will display the bike until it cools down and install the tires and any upgrades I would want.

4) Deliver the bike to me in an enclosed trailer.

5) The cost of new, depending on the model, ranges from 16K to 22.5K for the Corsa model. (1090cc)

I'm still passionate about the bike, will never find a cleaner example and it's the "R" model, not the "S" model. Hope to get up there tomorrow. Need to look at some S2R parts also.

They do move you.

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[ekpent]

Only live once toy.
Do you shoot skeet or trap Cal ?  My late father and I spent some good times shooting together at the range and small game bird hunting when he was able.

[toytuff]

I'm sure that when I walk in the door I will head right to it. They have a 2004 999 that has had over 30K thrown at it. Motor work and all. I love that one for $8200.00. Got Randy down on that one also. A lot of crazy right there but my heart is on the Brutale.

Problem is that I'm to old to ride one very far.  It's a ton of bike for the money.

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[jas67]

Note the Desmosedici RR  next to the 999 in the first pic.   
 

[ekpent]

Not sure about your area but I am friends with a fellow here who owns the local Ducati and Triumph dealership. His wife recently blurted out that sales this year were down 30-40% over last year and that was a poor year also.  May be some very good deals around on used bikes from these folks to try and keep some merchandise turning.

[jas67]

Not sure about your area but I am friends with a fellow here who owns the local Ducati and Triumph dealership. His wife recently blurted out that sales this year were down 30-40% over last year and that was a poor year also.  May be some very good deals around on used bikes from these folks to try and keep some merchandise turning.

An 1100 Monster just showed up locally on CL.     Hmmm, maybe I should've held out for one of those.

[toytuff]

The 1100 Monster is a wonderful motorcycle. I know the feeling and trust me, it never ends.

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[toytuff]

Note the Desmosedici RR  next to the 999 in the first pic.   

Yup, it was on the lift when I was there. I think I left some slobber on the lift.

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[toytuff]

Oh lordy, I didn't need to watch this. 

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http://www.discovery.com/video-topics/cars-bikes/car-guide-videos/mv-agusta-part-five.htm

[toytuff]

Done!

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[toytuff]

Best viewed using a 27 inch monitor. 

When we started it up inside the Shop it was like Formula 1! Fricken awesome! 

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[toytuff]

Heck, that's not big enough.

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[toytuff]

In care of the "Moon"!

Spotless. Had 99 miles when Ryan picked it up. 252 now.

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[Stev-o]

We don't like you anymore.   Ha!   Congrats.   

[toytuff]

We don't like you anymore.   Ha!   Congrats.

I believe you. 

Thanks Steve, it's a wonderful machine.

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[Bankerdanny]

Quite the change from the CBX

[jas67]

I thought I was getting an exotic bike by getting a Ducati, and then you come along with this MV, which make Ducati and Guzzi seem commonplace.   

Nice bike!   Can't wait to hear the ride report!

[toytuff]

Quite the change from the CBX

Yes, yes it is. The CBX needed a few things that was explained in the sale. When you find someone that wants something and gives you your no haggle price best to act. I never rode it much, just sits. Going to a 73 year young Gentleman.

On a side not the price was the almost the same as the MV Agusta.

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[toytuff]

I thought I was getting an exotic bike by getting a Ducati, and then you come along with this MV, which make Ducati and Guzzi seem commonplace.   

Nice bike!   Can't wait to hear the ride report!

Told you I would Trump your purchase. 

All kidding aside I agree. MV does not manufacture many units per year. I was surprised how small the bike really is myself. And oh lordy, lordy..the sound it makes. I thought my Hayabusa sounded good. No comparison.

Won't get it down here until sometime next month. Need to get some tires ordered up and installed as well as a few other tid bits. 

I walked right past the CF wheels yesterday while starring at them. Yummy. CF would look so good on it. 

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THE ENGINE:

The Brutale 910R is equipped with the most powerful engine of theBrutale range. Derived from the 910S EV, it differs by the following:

New inlet ducts hand polished
Racing exhaust
Specialized Eprom
PERFORMANCE:

The addition of polished intakes helps increase engine performancefrom the Brutale 910S, and when optional racing exhaust is installed,the Brutale 910R pumps out 144hp.

SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE
Type: Four cylinder, 4 stroke, 16 valve
Timing system: "D.O.H.C", radial valve
Total displacement: 909.1 cc
Compression ratio: 13:1
Starting: Electric
Bore x stroke: 76.0 mm x 50.1 mm
Max. horse power - r.p.m. (at the crankshaft): 136 HP at 11000 - Lim. 12000 r.p.m. (144 hp with race exhaust)
Max. torque - r.p.m.: 70.8 lb./ft. @ 7,900 RPM
Cooling system: Liquid cooled, oil cooler
Engine management system: "Weber Marelli" 1,6 M ignition - injection integrated system; induction discharge electronic ignition,"Multipoint" electronic injection
Clutch: Wet, multi - disc
Gear Box: Cassette gearbox; six speed, constant mesh
Primary drive: 50/79
Gear ratio:
First gear: Speed 13/38 65.5 mph at 12000 r.p.m.
Second gear: Speed 16/34 90.1 mph at 12000 r.p.m.
Third gear: Speed 18/32 107.7 mph at 12000 r.p.m.
Fourth gear: Speed 20/30 127.6 mph at 12000 r.p.m.
Fifth gear: Speed 22/29 145.2 mph at 12000 r.p.m.
Sixth gear: Speed 19/23 159.6 mph at 12000 r.p.m.
Final velocity ratio: 15x43

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Voltage: 12 V
Alternator: 650 W at 5000 r.p.m.
Battery: 12 V - 9 Ah

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Wheelbase: 55.55 in.
Overall length: 79.59 in.
Overall width: 29.94 in.
Saddle height: 31.72 in.
Min. ground clearance: 5.32 in.
Trail: 4.00 in.
Dry weight: 407.9 lbs
Fuel tank capacity: 5.0 gal.( reserve fuel:1.06 gal.)

PERFORMANCE
Maximum speed: 159.6 mph

FRAME
Type: CrMo Steel tubular trellis (TIG welded)
Rear swing arm pivot plates: material Aluminum alloy

FRONT SUSPENSION
Type: "UPSIDE - DOWN" telescopic hydraulic fork with rebound-compression damping and spring preload adjustment
Rod dia.: 50 mm with carbonitriding
Travel on leg axis: 5.07 in.

REAR SUSPENSION
Type: Progressive, single shock absorber with rebound and compression (High speed / Low speed) damping and spring preload
Single sided swing arm: materiale Aluminum alloy
Wheel travel: 4.72 in.

BRAKE
Front brake: Double floating disc ( 310 mm) with steel braking band and aluminum flange
Front brake caliper: Radial-type with 4 pistons (34 mm)
Rear brake: Single steel disc ( 210 mm.)
Rear brake caliper With 4 pistons ( 25.4)

RIM
Front: Material / size Forged aluminum alloy 3.50" x 17"
Rear: Material / size Forged aluminum alloy 6.00" x 17"

TIRES
Front: 120/70 - ZR 17 (58 W)
Rear: 190/55 - ZR 17 (75 W)

FAIRING
Material: Thermoplastic

MSRP: $17,995

[toytuff]

Speaking of Carbon Fiber..

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